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Anterior Myocardial Infarction (MI) on ECG
Introduction
Anterior myocardial infarction (MI) is a type of heart attack affecting the front wall of the left ventricle, usually due to a blockage in the left anterior descending (LAD) artery. Early diagnosis via electrocardiogram (ECG) is crucial for timely treatment.
ECG Features of Anterior MI
1. ST-Segment Elevation
- Seen in leads V1-V4.
- Indicates acute injury to the anterior wall of the heart.
2. Reciprocal ST-Segment Depression
- May appear in inferior leads (II, III, aVF).
3. Pathological Q Waves (in later stages)
- Suggest previous myocardial necrosis.
4. T-Wave Changes
- T-wave inversion may occur as the infarction evolves.
Differential Diagnosis
- Pericarditis (widespread ST elevation)
- Early repolarization (usually benign)
- Left ventricular hypertrophy (can mimic ST changes)
Clinical Importance
Anterior MI tends to have a worse prognosis than other types due to a larger infarcted area. Immediate treatment includes: - Reperfusion therapy (angioplasty, fibrinolysis) - Aspirin and antiplatelet therapy - Beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors
Conclusion
Recognizing anterior MI on ECG is crucial for rapid treatment and improving survival. If an ECG shows ST elevation in V1-V4, immediate medical intervention is needed.
Source recommendations
1. American Heart Association Guidelines for the Management of ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
- https://professional.heart.org/en/science-news/2021-acc-aha-scai-guideline-for-coronary-artery-revascularization
- https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/cir.0b013e3182742cf6
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23256914/
- https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/01.cir.0000134791.68010.fa
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S073510972106157X
2. European Society of Cardiology Guidelines on ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
- https://www.escardio.org/Guidelines/Clinical-Practice-Guidelines/Acute-Coronary-Syndromes-ACS-Guidelines
- https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/39/2/119/4095042
- https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/cir.0b013e3182742cf6
- https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/44/38/3720/7243210
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28886621/
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